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Then it appeared that he was destined for a season of substitute appearances and cameos. But against Leicester, he was at the centre of everything. The focal point of an impressive display of clinical, attacking football. In two months’ time, that could be Martial. Or even Shaw.

In the meantime, Mourinho’s message to them is to follow Mkhitaryan’s example and adapt. His message to the fans is to trust that he knows what he is doing.